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2017 · Audi
Audi Q7 problems
315 owner complaints and 4 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
Reliability score
6.4 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
0
Critical
4
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2017 Q7?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Electrical system: 50 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 54,118–75,000 mi
Reliability score 6.4/10 — around the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2017 Q7· engine
2017 Audi Q7 with approximately 112K miles consuming oil at a rate of approximately 1qt per 500-700 miles. Misfire occurred on highway and then cleared overnight. Took to dealer and had them swap all coil packs and spark plugs. Approximately 500 miles later, multiple misfires in…
I was driving down a well paved road obeying the speed limit of 35MPH when a loud bang startled me. There was nothing in the road, and I checked my rear view mirror to confirm and there was nothing in the road. The car started handling a little differently. I brought it to…
Two large windshield chipping in less than 3500 miles. Very bizarre considering the cost of the car. I own another vehicle, similar size (vw touareg 2012). It was hit many times and there are barely any marks left on the windshield. Is acoustic windshield (which my car is…
Goodyear eagle sport run-flat tires on a new 2017 Audi q7 are completely bald on the front outsides and have chunks coming off of them by 16,000 miles. It was actually a problem earlier, but my current mileage is 16,000 so I'm using that number. It's a known issue according to…
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With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M5.
Air bags that deploy with excessive force may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O3.
If the third row seat does not remain in its adjusted position, there may be an increased risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional support bracket to the seat, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72F8.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 315 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Audi Q7 has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2017 Audi Q7?
The 2017 Audi Q7 is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 50 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 54,118–75,000 mi; Reliability score 6.4/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2017 Audi Q7?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is lighting, with 102 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 72,158 miles. Average repair cost runs about $250 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The lighting is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $250 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 72,158 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Audi Q7 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Audi Q7?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 315 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $250, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 3 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Audi/Q7.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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